HC Deb 19 July 1939 vol 350 c380
24. Sir John Jarvis

asked the Secretary of State for Air whether he proposes to make use of facilities available at Jarrow in connection with the expansion programme of the Royal Air Force?

Sir K. Wood

Yes, Sir. Arrangements are being made between the Air Ministry and an industrial concern at Jarrow which will, I hope, result in substantial additions to manufacturing capacity there for Royal Air Force purposes.

Sir J. Jarvis

Can my right hon. Friend give some indication as to the number of men who will be employed in this factory?

Sir K. Wood

I think the number will be about 750.